๐ Avebury Boulevard District 3 Car Park โ The Ultimate Milton Keynes MK9 3GN Guide
Convenient pay-and-display at Avebury Blvd D3 โ low daily rates, free evenings & Sundays, Blue Badge bays & steps from Xscape, IKEA & park-and-ride.
๐ Overview
Type: Surface Pay-&-Display (Privately Operated)
Open: 07:00โ19:00 MonโSun (no enforcement outside these hours)
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โ 4.0/5 (local user feedback)
๐ฐ Tariffs & Permits
| Duration | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 3 hours | ยฃ1.00 | Pay at machine or via RingGo app |
| All day (07:00โ19:00) | ยฃ2.50 | Single payment covers full operating period |
| Evening (after 17:00) | ยฃ1.00 | Reduced late-day rate |
| Weekly Permit | N/A | Not available |
| Blue Badge Holders | Free | Up to 3 h with badge + time clock displayed |
Payment Options:
On-site machines (coins, card/contactless)
RingGo app (location code on signage)
Penalty: Unpaid or overstayed sessions incur a local fine.
๐ Capacity & Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | Approx. 30 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac with bay markings |
| Lighting | Overhead streetlights |
| Security | Occasional patrols; no CCTV |
| Covered Bays | None |
| Height Limit | None |
โฟ Accessibility
Blue Badge Bays: No dedicated bays; badge holders park free in any bay (display badge + clock).
Drop-off Zone: 10-min lay-by next to entrance.
Level Access: Flush kerbs; level path to adjacent facilities.
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: 6 ร 7 kW Pod Point chargers (pay per kWh via Pod Point app).
Nearest Additional:
Centre:MK West P&R (free charging + shuttle) โ 0.5 mi
Xscape EV Hub (4ร7 kW) โ adjacent
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00โ10:00 | 85 % | Commuters & gym/cinema visitors |
| Weekdays 12:00โ14:00 | 60 % | Lunch-time shoppers |
| Weekdays 16:00โ18:00 | 70 % | Evening leisure visitors |
| Saturdays 10:00โ16:00 | 90 % | Weekend shoppers & families |
| Sundays 10:00โ16:00 | 50 % | Leisure visitors |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 08:00 for best bay selection or park after 17:00 at the reduced evening rate.
๐ถ Walkability & Connections
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Xscape Leisure Complex | 1 min | Gym, cinema, restaurants, indoor ski |
| Centre:MK West Park & Ride | 3 min | Free shuttle to Central Milton Keynes |
| IKEA & Designer Outlet | 5 min | Furniture, fashion & homeware |
| Campbell Park | 15 min | Scenic green space & amphitheatre |
| Milton Keynes Central Station | 20 min | Rail links to London & beyond |
๐ Nearby Amenities
ATM: Santander at Xscape entrance
Pharmacy: Boots in Centre:MK West hub
Food & Drink:
Giraffe & Cafรฉ Nero (Xscape lobby)
Pret A Manger & Nandoโs (Centre:MK West)
Public Toilets: Inside Xscape & P&R concourses
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centre:MK West P&R | 0.2 mi | ยฃ1.00/day | 24 h | Shuttle bus & free EV charging |
| Xscape Multi-Storey | Adjacent | ยฃ3.00/day | 24 h | Covered parking & bad-weather shelter |
| Midsummer Blvd MSCP | 1 mi | ยฃ1.20/hr | 24 h max | Secure, staffed |
| Milton Keynes Central MSCP | 1.2 mi | ยฃ15.00/day | 24 h | Direct station access |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
Operating Hours: Car park enforced 07:00โ19:00; no enforcement outside these hours.
Overstay Penalty: Patrols during operating hours; fines for time beyond paid period.
Roadworks: Occasional maintenance on Avebury Blvdโfollow signage.
๐ Expert Tips
RingGo Hack: Pre-pay via app to extend your stay remotely without returning to the machine.
Event Parking: During Centre:MK events, this lot fills quicklyโopt for Centre:MK West P&R and shuttle in.
EV Users: Book your charging slot in advance via Pod Point app to avoid waiting on busy weekend mornings.
๐ฎ Future Developments
Late 2025: Proposal to add 4 additional on-site EV chargers and CCTV coverage.
2026: Potential introduction of app-controlled barrier entry for contactless access.
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